Emma Fishman, Photographer, New York

Description

A still life photograph presents a slice of frosted cake adorned with numerous colorful lit candles, set on a reflective surface. Next to the cake are two cocktail glasses filled with liquid, one garnished with a decorative twist. An open pack of cigarettes is burning, with the flame visibly consuming several cigarettes. A greeting card with handwritten text and a red card are also on display. The reflective surface creates mirror images of the objects. The composition is lit with dramatic studio lighting against a dark background.